Receptions for Research: The Greg Olsen Foundation

08/21/2026

08/17/2026

We're looking for a Fall Intern! ❤️🍂

Join the HEARTest Yard Foundation team in Charlotte, NC, and gain hands-on experience while contributing to meaningful work that directly impacts heart patients and their families.

Our Fall Internship offers experience in:
* Nonprofit management
* Fundraising
* Event planning
* Community engagement

• Location: Charlotte, NC
🗓️ Schedule: Part-time with flexible hours; hybrid in-office and remote work
• Compensation: Unpaid internship
Requirements: Reliable transportation and a working computer/laptop
• Availability: Some evenings and weekends required for events

Ready to make an impact? Send your resume and a brief cover letter to Molly Ansbro at [email protected]

Know someone who would be a great fit? Tag them or share this post!

❤️🍂🏈

08/13/2026

08/06/2026

⚾ Know Before You Go! ❤️

The HEARTest Yard Home Run Derby is just around the corner! Before you set out, take a moment to review these important event reminders to ensure you have an amazing night.

Here’s what you need to know:

🕖 Arrive 20–30 minutes early for parking and check-in.
🅿️ Follow event parking signs and listen to attendants upon arrival.
🪑 Bring a lawn or camping chair as seating is limited.
🥎 Kids—don’t forget your glove! There will be chances to get involved.
🌭 Enjoy dinner from Roman's Treats & Dogs, providing delicious food throughout the event.
🛍 Shop HEARTest Yard Merch
🎟 Buy Raffle Tickets
🚭 Charlotte Christian School is a to***co- and alcohol-free campus.

RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-heartest-yard-home-run-derby-tickets-1994020563182

We look forward to spending an evening filled with baseball, community, and generosity with all of you. Thank you for supporting families served by The HEARTest Yard!

📅 Saturday, August 8
📍 Charlotte Christian School
⏰ Home Run Derby begins at 7:00 PM

07/20/2026

⚾️ Get ready to swing for a great
cause!

The HEARTest Yard is proud to announce our first annual Home Run Derby Fundraiser, presented by TowneBank.

Join us at Greg Simmons Field at Charlotte Christian School for an exciting evening of home runs, raffle prizes, delicious food trucks, and community fun-all while supporting families served by The HEARTest Yard.

Every dollar raised through donations and event proceeds goes directly to The HEARTest Yard's mission.

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-heartest-yard-home-run-derby-tickets-1994020563182

07/07/2026

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07/07/2026

❤️ Your child’s clothes can help save lives.

A huge thank you to Gigi's Closet for partnering with The HEARTest Yard to create this meaningful collection inspired by Heart Warrior Oaklynn. We're so grateful for your generosity and commitment to giving back to heart families.

With 40% of proceeds from The HEARTest Yard Collection donated to The HEARTest Yard, every purchase helps provide hope, support, and care to families navigating a congenital heart diagnosis.

✨ Shop the collection through our community events page and celebrate with us at Gigi's Closet's Grand Opening on July 12!
https://receptionsforresearch.org/events/community-events/

Together, we can make a difference—one outfit at a time. ❤️

07/02/2026

What an unforgettable weekend. 💙⛳️
On behalf of the Olsen family and the HEARTest Yard team, thank you to everyone who joined us for the 5th Annual HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic at Kiawah Island Club presented by Lexus.

Your generosity—through donations, sponsorships, auction bids, and unwavering support—is helping us expand our partnership with MUSC Shawn Jenkins Children's Hospital so even more heart families can receive the care, resources, and hope they deserve.

A special thank you to our incredible heart parent duo, Taylor Christie Photography, for beautifully capturing the memories from this year's event. 📸
If you were an attendee, we'd love to hear your feedback! Please take a moment to complete our event survey by visiting the link below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScdS3Q4aWV4ba8k5RIKYM93oy4wWh0L24huMx651VcihdtEag/viewform?pli=1

We can't wait to see you again next year!

If you'd like to be added to the invitation list for future events or learn more about HEARTest Yard's mission, please contact Molly Ansbro at [email protected].
Swipe through some of our favorite moments, and be sure to check out the full event gallery!

06/29/2026

Every child has a story, and we're honored to be a small part of Abby's. 💙

The HEARTest Yard Celebrity Classic is about so much more than a weekend together—it's about supporting families, building community and creating moments that remind children with congenital heart disease they are never alone.

Thank you to our partners, supporters and everyone who makes this mission possible. Read more about this year's event: https://musc.co/43Vc4sM